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Can you drink alcohol after getting wisdom teeth pulled?
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No: If you are on pain meds, no!
Answered 6/27/2016
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No: Alcohol is a blood thinner and will disrupt the initial clotting process causing you problems. Smoking and alcohol are forbidden for the first 24-48 hours. You do not want to develop a dry socket. Dry socket = pain. Hope this helps.
Answered 9/2/2013
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